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HT04 SFE

2004 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

71,898 mi
Last recorded71,898 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW R Series26,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT04 SFE
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2024 71,898 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 70,531 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 70,113 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Oct 2020 70,089 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Nov 2019 69,712 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 66,347 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 61,981 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 54,361 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 45,553 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 35,141 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 26,212 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 19,492 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2b)

hand guards fouling on full lock

Pass 4 Nov 2011 11,330 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

hand guards fouling on full lock

Pass 24 Nov 2010 4,374 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 3,663 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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HT04 SFE is a 2004 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2004 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.0% with a typical mileage of 26,760 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HT04 SFE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 22 years old, this BMW R Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HT04 SFE registered?

HT04 SFE is a 2004 BMW R Series, first registered on 28 May 2004.

Is HT04 SFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HT04 SFE shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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